Sr. Staff Accountant, Tax

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter. By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic's complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI.

We're seeking a Sr. Tax Analyst to join our Income Tax Team to assist with tax planning, reporting and compliance initiatives. This position will enjoy a high level of visibility and impact to our rapidly growing company. The role includes assisting with the planning, development and evaluation of Elastic's tax policies; participating in the development of tax strategy, including tax liability minimization based on a thorough knowledge of global tax laws and regulations.

A real passion for fast-paced and dynamic environments, the ability to thrive in the details and adapt quickly to a changing environment. A proficiency in optimizing processes and programs with a keen understanding of the balance between structure and flexibility. Strong analytical skills combined with interest and experience in process improvement, automation, and efficiency. Strategic, critical thinker who isn't afraid to get into the weeds; real passion for problem solving.

Interested candidates should have experience working with multiple team members of varying levels, while simultaneously learning, growing, and adapting

• Assist with all tax planning and implementation, M&A, international tax, transfer pricing, and business expansion matters
• Research complex tax issues and prepare technical documentation
• Assist with advising on and oversight of all key US international tax calculations including but not limited to Sec. 174, FDII, BEAT, GILTI, E&P
• Actively monitor and analyze global tax legislation and impact to Elastic and document tax positions
• Partner with and advise the business and cross-functional teams on business initiatives and contracts
• Supervise and manage external consultants to ensure timely and accurate preparation of federal and state R&D credit studies, tax returns, and transfer pricing compliance
• Manage ad-hoc tax issues related to customer agreements, business initiatives, integrations and global cash coordination
• Partner with tax reporting team on deferred tax asset substantiations, return to provision, payable proofs, valuation allowances, tax account reconciliations, uncertain tax positions, unremitted earnings analysis, and income tax disclosures to ensure related planning is properly captured
• Coordinate and run tax audits and respond to notices and inquiries from tax authorities
• Support tax process improvement initiatives

• Tax provision experience under US GAAP and IFRS (preferred).
• Tax compliance and International tax experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in accountancy. CA/CPA and/or MS in Tax strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressive, proven experience across both industry and large accounting firms working with global companies.
• Experience with NetSuite, OneSource Tax Provision, OneSource Uncertain Tax Position, Orbitax preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• A sense of humor and ability to roll with the punches definitely a plus

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We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.

• Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
• Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
• Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
• Generous number of vacation days each year
• Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service
• Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
• Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave

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